Admission to the Royal Observatory: Explore the historic site and learn about its significance.
Visit the Home of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): Stand on the Prime Meridian line and discover the origin of GMT.
Museum of Time and Astronomy: Immerse yourself in the fascinating exhibits about timekeeping and astronomy.
See the Octagon Room, designed by Sir Christopher Wren: Marvel at the architectural beauty of this historic room.
Audio Guide Included: Enhance your visit with an informative audio guide.
Planetarium Show: Travel through time and space with a spectacular show at the historic Royal Observatory Planetarium.
Daily
Approx. 25 minutes
The Peter Harrison Planetarium is not suitable for children under 7
You can leave at any point of the show, but do not allow re-entry or latecomers once the screening has begun
Royal Observatory and Planetarian Experience Package
Admission to the Royal Observatory Explore the historic home of British astronomy, Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), and the world-famous Meridian Line. Established in the 17th century and designed by Sir Christopher Wren, this site is where great scientists precisely mapped the stars to help navigate at sea. Audio Guide Included Enhance your visit by downloading the Smartify app for access to the official audio guide. Visit the Home of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) Stand on the Prime Meridian line and learn about the origin of GMT. Museum of Time and Astronomy Delve into fascinating exhibits on timekeeping and astronomy. See the Octagon Room, Designed by Sir Christopher Wren Admire this architectural masterpiece from the 17th century. Live Planetarium Show Take off on a journey through space and gain fascinating insights into our universe with a live planetarium show presented by expert astronomers from the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Situated in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Maritime Greenwich, this is London's only operational planetarium and a must-see destination for space enthusiasts. This state-of-the-art 120-seat planetarium features captivating shows that explore the night sky as it will be on the day of your visit, the fascinating lives of the stars, and the many satellites orbiting planet Earth. The Sky Tonight: An in-depth look at the night sky as it will be on the day of your visit. We Are Guardians: Join Earth's fleet of state-of-the-art satellites for an immersive exploration of their role in safeguarding our planet. Audio Universe: Experience the Solar System in a spacecraft that can turn objects in space into sound. Starstruck: Discover the amazing lifecycle of a star. These shows run throughout the day, and you will be automatically assigned one when you make your booking, subject to that day's programming. Please note that this experience is not suitable for children under the age of 7. Join Leading Scientists Engage in interactive science sessions and much more, guided by Royal Observatory astronomers and leading scientists. Visit the Royal Observatory in Greenwich for an experience like no other! Download the Smartify app for access to the official audio guide for your visit. Tickets for the Royal Observatory Greenwich must be booked separately.